'Cucullus' definitions:

Definition of 'Cucullus'

From: GCIDE
  • Cucullus \Cu*cul"lus\, n.; pl. Cuculli. [L., a hood.]
  • 1. (Bot.) A hood-shaped organ, resembling a cowl or monk's hood, as certain concave and arched sepals or petals. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
  • 2. (Zool.) A color marking or structure on the head somewhat resembling a hood. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]